Description
Pay tribute to the undisputed “Father of Science Fiction” with the 2021 H.G. Wells £2 Base Metal Proof Coin. Struck by The Royal Mint to mark the 75th anniversary of the legendary author’s passing, this highly collectible bi-metallic coin honors the vision behind ground-breaking masterpieces like The Time Machine, The Invisible Man, and The War of the Worlds.The coin’s striking reverse design, created by experienced designer Chris Costello, brings Wells’ most iconic imagery to life.
It depicts a towering, four-legged Martian tripod alongside the subtle silhouette of the Invisible Man, framed against a background clock face carrying Roman numerals. The edge of the coin features an incuse inscription reading “GOOD BOOKS ARE THE WAREHOUSES OF IDEAS”, adapted from Wells’ personal philosophical quotes. The obverse showcases the definitive fifth coinage portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark. Struck to an immaculate, mirror-like Proof standard, this base-metal specimen is a fantastic choice for collectors looking for higher strike definition than standard Brilliant Uncirculated packs.
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